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One Dead Following Fire at Irvington Building

▶ Posted 03-03-2026

Officials are asking for help regarding information on a fire at an industrial building on Coit Street that took a man's life on the early morning of March 2, 2026.

North Haledon Man Charged With Theft By Deception

▶ Posted 03-03-2026

Steven C. Berger, age 65, is arrested for using his position as controller to embezzle over $878,000 in unauthorized raises and bonuses from his company.

Hasbrouck Heights Man Sentenced to 6 Years For Vehicular Homicide

▶ Posted 03-03-2026

Julio C. Guerrero-Brito, age 41, is sentenced to six years in prison for driving drunk and killing his passenger, Richard Bahamonte, in an accident in Teaneck.

Harrison Police Blotter: March 3, 2026

▶ Posted 03-03-2026

Read about the latest arrests and incidents as released by the Harrison Police Department.

Secaucus Police Blotter: February 23, 2025 to March 1, 2026

▶ Posted 03-02-2026

Read about last week's arrests and incidents as released by the Secaucus Police Department.

New Affordable Housing to Be Built in Jersey City

▶ Posted 03-02-2026

Jersey City announces the construction of additional affordable housing at 808 Pavonia Avenue, pivoting away from plans for the Pompidou Museum.

Fitness Activities for the Week of March 2, 2026

▶ Posted 03-02-2026

Feel like you are becoming a couch potato? Then get off the sofa, and check out these upcoming fitness activities happening in Northern New Jersey.

Arrest Made in Homicide of a Homeless Person in Paterson

▶ Posted 03-01-2026

Jamie Lopez, a 32-year-old homeless man, is arrested for fatally striking another homeless person with a hammer in the area of 140 Marshall Street.

Man Found Dead in Paterson

▶ Posted 02-28-2026

Police are asking for help regarding information on the death of a 32-year-old homeless man who was found with a severe head injury on Marshall Street.

Arrest Made in Arson Attempt at East Rutherford Hotel

▶ Posted 02-27-2026

Sean P. McDermott, age 36, is charged with arson for intentionally trying to set his room on fire at the Residence Inn while he departed the hotel.

Tenafly Mayor's Message, February 27, 2026

▶ Posted 02-27-2026

Read the latest town updates from Tenafly Mayor Mark Zinna.

Man with Handgun Arrested After Secaucus Road Rage Incident

▶ Posted 02-27-2026

Alberto M. Balcazer of Linden, a 51-year-old ride share driver, is arrested after threatening another driver with a handgun on Meadowlands Parkway.

Newark Man Convicted of Murder and Robbery Charges

▶ Posted 02-27-2026

Jarell Riles, age 35, is found guilty of first-degree murder for fatally shooting 67-year-old Jose Gaona during an armed robbery on Malvern Street in Newark.

Unresponsive Toddler Revived in Harrison

▶ Posted 02-27-2026

Police officers save a child who appeared to be in respiratory distress with a possible airway obstruction at a residence on Washington Street.

Newark Mayor Restricts ICE Enforcement Actions

▶ Posted 02-26-2026

Mayor Ras J. Baraka signs an executive order restricting U.S. ICE agents from using city-owned property, facilities, or resources.

New Jersey Makers Day Returns to Sussex County Libraries

▶ Posted 02-26-2026

Makers and crafters of all ages are invited to Sussex County libraries for Makers Day, a statewide celebration of creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning.

Newark Duo Sentenced to 50 Years in Vigilante Murder Case

▶ Posted 02-26-2026

Felicia Bynum, age 51, and James Headen, age 33, are sentenced to 50 years in prison for fatally shooting 17-year-old Kiman Mays in a stolen SUV.

New Jersey Leads Fight for Birthright Citizenship

▶ Posted 02-26-2026

New Jersey leads a multi-state coalition to defend birthright citizenship against Trump's efforts to rewrite the Constitution at the U.S. Supreme Court.

Local Man Resuscitated After Collapsing in Secaucus

▶ Posted 02-25-2026

Police Officer Emmanuel Mikros revives a 77-year-old man who was found without a pulse in front of Huber Street School on Paterson Plank Road.

Two Arrested for Fraud at TD Bank in Fairfield

▶ Posted 02-25-2026

Alejandra Almanzar of Guttenburg, age 21, and Ethan Mendez of Palisades Park, age 19, are arrested for attempting to cash a fraudulent check for $1,750.

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